1
as in to seek
to make a request for
don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it
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2
as in to woo
to act so as to make (something) more likely
you are asking for trouble if you invite her ex to the wedding
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3
as in to request
to give a request or demand for
the surgeon asked for the scalpel
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ask (for)
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The Red Clay Strays aren’t seeking to be spiritual leaders, Coleman told fans during the segment.—
Brian McCollum,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025 -
If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Oct. 2025
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Farley has managed to woo Wall Street more than his two most recent predecessors — both of whom departed the company after double-digit losses in Ford's stock price.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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China launched a new program to woo top scientists and tech experts from around the world, in sharp contrast with a recent US policy that dramatically increased the price of talent visas.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The company contacted the Sheriff’s Office and Benton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office requesting the money be returned, but the money has not been returned, according to the complaint.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Tennessean requested additional records to learn how many of those students are enrolled at each school, along with more detailed demographic information on the students.—
Rachel Wegner,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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The entire scene unfolded on Neuheisel’s network, which invited viewers to witness the emotional roller coaster of a father rooting for his son.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Years ago, around 2010, her friend from the University of Kansas, Abigail (yes, that Abigail), and her boyfriend at the time invited Fulk to see Abigail’s friend perform at a nearby concert.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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The administration also ordered Texas troops to Portland and Chicago.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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He was sentenced to serve seven days in a DUI education center and ordered to pay a $350 fine and court fees.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Ask (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ask%20%28for%29. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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